In this triptych the artist beautifully pictures several of the most familiar Christmas story events.
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In this triptych the artist beautifully pictures several of the most familiar Christmas story events.
Jan Gossaert, called Mabuse, was one of the first Netherlandish painters to integrate an Italian and Northern style. His beautiful Madonna of the Fireplace in one stunning example of his skill.
Marietta Robusti’s Allegory of Wisdom is an excellent example of how Renaissance artists used both Christian and mythological iconography to explore a theme.
Countless painters over the centuries have been inspired to recreate scenes from Christ’s passion week. In addition to providing a sampling of these masterful images, this month’s Closer Look also includes an imaginative dialogue between two centurions who were intimately involved in this historic event.
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